Volunteer
Friends of Pastorius park is always looking for new volunteers to get involved with our efforts. Not only is volunteering a great way to contribute to maintaining a much-loved community space, but is a great way to meet your neighbors and stay in shape!
Volunteer Tasks May Include:
- Weeding and weed whacking
- Spreading mulch and maintaining new planting beds
- Tree care and regular watering during drought
- Clearing walkways of sticks and branches
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Upcoming Volunteer Events
'Love Your Park Week' Clean Up Event
Saturday, May 18, 2024 (rain date May 19)
9:00am - 12:00pm
Come help us show Pastorius Park some love and get it ready for the summer season. We will be focusing on mulching trees and garden beds to protect them from the summer heat. Tools provided, gloves recommended, wheel barrows welcome.
‘Love Your Park Week is a nine-day celebration of Philadelphia’s public parks from May 11-19, 2024.
Volunteer Tips
What to Wear / Bring:
- Work gloves
- Sturdy boots/sneakers – no open toed shoes
- Long pants. Protect yourself against ticks, poison ivy and stinging nettle
- Clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty
- Sun protection
- Reusable water bottle
Cancellations:
